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Nipah outbreak | Connection between environment and epidemic in focus

The three localities from where the Nipah virus originated in Kozhikode district over the past five years have similar geograpahy and flora

Historic Takeoff For C-295: What India's First Privately Built Military Aircraft Means

A total of 40 aircraft are being manufactured and assembled in India at Tata Advanced Systems' facility in Vadodara.

Nipah virus: Here’s what you need to know

Nipah virus has been evidenced in Kerala in the past and strictly following the guidelines issued by the health authorities is a must to curb the spread of misinformation.

‘Totally baseless’: Cong rejects Mamata merger; accuses BJP of 'seat-chori' over TMC exodus

MT Jalveer comes under attack off Oman coast; over 20 sailors on board

India is closely monitoring a maritime incident near Oman's Shinas port, following recent attacks on commercial vessels. This comes after three Indian sailors died in a US-led strike on another ship. The Indian Embassy in Muscat is coordinating with local authorities for details, while New Delhi has lodged a strong protest with the US over the earlier incident.

Forget Bank OTPs, Mumbai's Next One Could Be For Your Water Tanker! Steps On How You May Have To Book

With lake levels dropping and Mumbai under a 10 per cent water cut, the BMC is moving fast — and cracking down on unauthorised tanker trips is its most immediate fix.

Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push back

Asian central banks are increasingly facing currency pressures originating outside their borders. From South Korea to India and the Philippines, policymakers have ramped up efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as high oil prices, foreign fund exodus and a strong dollar pressure regional currencies.South Korea’s finance ministry said on Sunday it will step up oversight of offshore currency derivatives. The Philippines has asked banks to ensure non-deliverable forward contracts are limited to economic purposes, while India has tightened limits on banks’ net open position to $100 million.Indonesia, which unexpectedly raised interest rates on Tuesday, has said its central bank is active in currency markets “around the world, around the clock” to support the rupiah.The warnings underscore concerns among Asian policymakers that offshore trading is adding to pressure on currencies. The oil-price shock from the US-Iran conflict has worsened the problem, hitting the region’s energy-importing nations. Indonesia’s rupiah breached the closely watched 18,000-per-dollar level, the Korean won has fallen to its lowest since the global financial crisis, while the Indian rupee and Philippine peso have hit record lows.The efforts to curb offshore forex trading may help ease some pressure, but analysts doubt they can reverse the trend on their own.“It may have some impact, but ultimately for the measure to be successful there needs to be a shift in the fundamentals as well,” said Michael Wan, senior currency analyst at MUFG Bank Ltd. 131652986Non-deliverable forwards are cash-settled derivative contracts that allow investors to hedge or speculate on currencies outside local markets. They make up for about 4% of the global $10 trillion a day FX market, according to Deutsche Bank AG, though they can play an outsized role in Asia where restrictions on convertibility are common.That means activity driven out of global financial hubs such as Singapore, London and New York can sway local markets.Authorities across the region have tried to reduce this influence during periods of currency stress.India allowed local banks to participate in the NDF market in 2020 and has since tried to attract activity onshore to its finance hub at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, or GIFT City. South Korea has opened its forex market to overseas investors and extended trading hours, while Thailand has allowed non-resident corporates to access onshore baht liquidity and hedge freely.“The reason the NDF market exists is due to restrictions in the onshore market,” said Khoon Goh, head of Asia research at Australia & New Zealand Banking Group. If those restrictions are eased and there is enough liquidity, the need for NDFs will gradually fade, as seen in the case of the Singapore dollar and Thai baht, he said.Short-Dollar BookYet, the war-induced crisis has left some central banks with little choice but to intervene in those very markets they’ve been warning against. That defense has contributed to the drop in foreign-exchange reserves in the region.The Reserve Bank of India has been particularly active, selling dollars primarily in shorter maturities, traders say. The central bank’s short dollar book, which includes offshore derivative positions, has likely surged to around $115 billion. Bank Indonesia has also sold dollars overseas to stabilize the currency.The interventions have helped reduce outsized spillovers from offshore to local markets. In India’s case, the central bank has often been seen intervening just before onshore open to ease pressure on the rupee.Some investors say currency weakness is the result of economic problems in individual countries rather than offshore trading.India is facing persistent capital outflows, with global funds pulling a record $30 billion from stocks this year, spurring recent efforts to attract overseas capital. In Indonesia, investors are growing wary of the economic outlook and fiscal trajectory under President Prabowo Subianto.The Philippines is facing a renewed inflation shock from high oil prices, while South Korea has seen over $78 billion of net foreign investment exit its stock market so far in 2026 despite a rally to record highs earlier this month fueled by retail craze for artificial-intelligence stocks.The steps central banks have taken, including intervening in offshore markets, are aimed at curbing sharper market moves, said Lavanya Venkateswaran, senior economist at Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp. “We still think that policy rate hikes are on the cards” for India, the Philippines and Indonesia, she said.

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India’s E85 fuel rollout: what it means for motorists

The Central Government’s E85 fuel push ramps up with 500 outlets planned by December 2026, but vehicle compatibility remains a challenge. The move may reduce imports, but not without costs for vehicle owners

Record homes in 2026, but war clouds loom

As a record 5,40,400 housing units are scheduled for completion across the top 7 cities in 2026, highest in the last decade, developers are facing a challenging execution phase amid growing uncertainty due to the Middle East war.According to Anarock, a prolonged geopolitical conflict will impact project economics through higher energy prices, increased logistics costs, and inflation in key construction materials such as steel, aluminium, copper, electrical equipment, and building systems. The consultant said that end-user-driven housing demand remains resilient, and project financing is also better than in previous cycles. However, extended disruptions to global trade routes, commodity markets, and supply chains put developers’ ability to deliver projects on schedule to the hardest test in decades.“Of the total scheduled deliveries, the western markets of MMR and Pune collectively account for 57% of homes due for completion this year,” said Prashant Thakur, Executive Director & Head - Research & Advisory, Anarock Group. In MMR, approximately 2,07,300 units are scheduled for delivery over the year, while Pune expects 1,00,300 units to be delivered in 2026. In the South, Bengaluru (69,000), Hyderabad(63,700) and Chennai (35,600) collectively have 1,68,300 units lined up for delivery this year. North India’s realty powerhouse NCR has just 39,000 units scheduled for completion. In the East, Kolkata has just 22,500 units scheduled for completion in 2026.“Historically, ambitious housing supply pipelines have often been vulnerable to external shocks like these,” Thakur said.For instance, during the pandemic year of 2020, 4.66 lakh homes were scheduled for completion across the top 7 cities. However, only about 2.14 lakh units, or 46% of the planned pipeline, were ultimately delivered as construction came to a halt due to lockdowns, labour migration, and supply-chain disruptions.The gap between scheduled and actual completions shows that even projects in advanced stages of construction can face delays when confronted with large-scale disruptions. The current situation is fundamentally different from the pandemic, as construction activity continues uninterrupted and labour availability remains stable.“Cities with the largest completion pipelines – specifically MMR, Pune and Bengaluru - are particularly sensitive to sustained input costs inflation, as developers must maintain delivery schedules and simultaneously manage margin pressures,” said Thakur. Anarock’s data indicates that between 2017 and 2025, nearly 30.5 lakh housing units have been delivered across India’s top 7 cities. The 5,40,400 units scheduled to be delivered this year make 2026 the highest delivery year in the past decade – provided that all deliveries happen on schedule.The sheer scale of homes slated for delivery this year reflects the strong launch and sales momentum witnessed after the pandemic. Residential projects launched between 2021 and 2023 are now entering their final stages of construction, creating an unprecedented completion pipeline across the country’s leading housing markets. This pipeline is now under real threat of derailment, due to the ongoing West Asia war. “While the industry in the last few years celebrated robust sales, rising prices, and rebooted buyer confidence, the spotlight now is shifting from sales to execution. 2026’s significance therefore extends beyond the sheer number of homes scheduled to be delivered. We are looking at a forced new evolutionary stage of India’s residential real estate market which will stretch Indian developers’ capabilities to an unprecedented extent,” said Thakur. With efficient execution, 2026 could well become a landmark year for housing completions - and further strengthen homebuyer confidence. While 2027 will be remembered for a lot more than just sales and launch numbers, 2026 becomes the referendum year for our residential real estate sector’s maturity.

'LPG well covered, crude not a problem': How much energy supplies is India left with?

Indian refiners have secured sufficient crude oil and LPG supplies to last through August and mid-July respectively, mitigating concerns from the ongoing Middle East crisis. Purchases from ADNOC and other suppliers, including significant crude acquisitions from the UAE and Brazil, have bolstered inventories. India and the UAE are also expanding strategic oil reserves to enhance energy security.

Water cannons, fires: Belfast protest against immigrants turns violent - watch

Violent clashes erupted in Belfast for a second consecutive night as masked rioters attacked police with projectiles, prompting authorities to deploy additional officers and water cannon.

Heavy rain lashes central Andhra Pradesh; Vijayawada North records 102 mm

The overnight rain breaks the heat across NTR, Krishna and Guntur districts, and the disaster management authority forecasts more for Rayalaseema on Thursday

Skin and hair procedures by dental practitioners, unauthorised treatments without qualified dermatologists flagged in Hyderabad

Amid 'Peddi' row, Madhoo says her film 'Phool Aur Kaante' glorified 'eve-teasing'

Madhoo, the celebrated veteran actress, opens up about her role in the 1991 blockbuster 'Phool Aur Kaante', recognizing that it unwittingly celebrated eve-teasing—an idea that feels completely outdated in today's world. She comments on the dramatic shift in cinematic storytelling, where graphic depictions of assault have become taboo while society redefines romance versus harassment. Read on to know more in detail.

Cockroach Janta Party Protest In Pune At 4pm: Will It Hit Evening Traffic, Affect Your Drive Home?

With police deployed at SPPU and prohibitory orders in place, authorities are ready. Whether Pune's legendary traffic cooperates is the real question, one X user suggests.

TMC In Turmoil? Firhad Hakim Meets Ritabrata Banerjee | Another Big Exit From Mamata Banerjee's Side

| | Fresh buzz in TMC as Mamata Banerjee's close aide Firhad Hakim meets Ritabrata Banerjee. Is another high-profile exit on the cards? Fresh political speculation has gripped West Bengal after senior Trinamool Congress leader and Mamata Banerjee's close aide Firhad Hakim met Ritabrata Banerjee, triggering questions about possible developments within the party.The meeting has fueled buzz in political circles, with opposition leaders and observers wondering whether another high-profile exit could be on the horizon for the Trinamool Congress. While no official statement has confirmed such speculation, the development comes amid heightened political activity in Bengal and growing scrutiny over internal dynamics within major political parties. -news

Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott 'donated' more than anyone since 2012

Mackenzie Scott, a prominent philanthropist and ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, has donated $26.4 billion in less than seven years, including $7.2 billion in 2025 alone. Her significant contributions, often unrestricted, have notably supported historically Black colleges and universities. Scott's impactful giving has earned her a spot on Forbes' Iconoclast 50 list.

FEMA adjudicating authority imposes ₹184 crore penalty on NewsClick, founder Prabir Purkayastha

The adjudication proceedings were initiated on a complaint under Section 16 of FEMA filed by the ED alleging contraventions of FEMA and the rules and regulations pertaining to the receipt and utilisation of foreign funds

Indian-Origin Financier Mahender Makhijani Used Sex Parties To Defraud US Bank Of $100 Million

The man is also accused of using supposed strong-arm tactics